Sheet Metal Worker / Fabricator (Tinsmith)

Position Description

Sheet Metal Worker / Fabricator

TN – 1

Responsible to the Mechanical Foreman for all fabrication, replacement and repairs as required.

TN – 2

Fabricate, install, maintain and repair sheet metal work such as ducting, flashing, roofing, eaves troughs, gutters, air hoods, lockers, metal shelving and other like requirements as needed.

TN - 3 Operates rollers, brakes, shears, solder, welding equipment, hand and power tools as required.

TN – 4

Assists and liaises with employees, contractors, regulatory agencies and other trades as required.

TN – 5

Maintains a clean work environment and practices proper care of tools and equipment.

TN – 6

Reports promptly to the appropriate foreman or supervisor any mechanical failures or damage to district-owned vehicles, equipment and tools.

TN – 7

Performs other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Sheet Metal Worker / Fabricator

EDUCATION

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS Grade 12 certificate or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid Class 5 British Columbia Driver’s License. Must possess a valid BC Certificate of Apprenticeship and BC Certificate of Trade Qualification in Sheet Metal Work.

EXPERIENCE

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS Must have a minimum of two (2) years’ experience as a Journeyman level in commercial and institutional settings.

KNOWLEDGE

THE CANDIDATE MUST POSSESS A DEMONSTRATED KNOWLEDGE OF: The standards, practices, methods, materials, tools and equipment used for the construction, repair and maintenance of buildings, grounds or equipment in his/her area of expertise. Job related safety regulations and techniques as outlined in the WorksafeBC regulations. School District #61 Policies and Regulations, Municipal, Provincial and Federal regulations relevant to his/her department.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

THE CANDIDATE MUST POSSESS A DEMONSTRATED ABILITY TO: Maintain a cooperative working relationship with other workers, administrators, supervisors, teaching staff, students and the public. Understand and carry out written and oral instructions. Read and interpret plans and specifications. Communicate clearly and effectively with workers and non-construction related personnel, both verbally and in writing. Perform duties in compliance with safety regulations.

WORKING CONDITIONS

OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Sufficient sight and hearing to perform related job duties. Able to lift and carry materials and equipment required to perform his/her duties in accordance with the WorksafeBC regulations. Able to perform related physical and mental activities.

Physically able to lift and operate related equipment in tight and confined

spaces.

Able to work in a highly active physical environment. Able to work in adverse weather conditions.

Revised to replace Tinsmith job description: July 2015